2005 · 19 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2005 Honda HR-V MOT pass rate and common faults

156 MOT tests in 2024. 53.8% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

95Below average
Passed first time53.8%
Failed or needed repairs46.2%
Typical mileage at test98,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 156 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.1%
  2. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn7.1%
  3. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect5.1%
  4. Track rod end: ball joint has excessive play4.5%
  5. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.5%
  6. Position lamp: not working3.8%
  7. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction3.8%
  8. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded3.8%
  9. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam3.2%
  10. Service brake performance: excessively binding2.6%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension26.3%
  2. Lights & electrics23.1%
  3. Emissions & leaks21.8%
  4. Brakes18.6%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)14.1%
  6. Body & chassis10.3%
  7. Steering5.1%
  8. Tyres3.2%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded17.3%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm16.0%
  3. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine14.7%
  4. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn14.1%
  5. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.0%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2005 Honda HR-V?

In 2024, 53.8% of 2005 Honda HR-V cars passed their MOT first time, across 156 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 Honda HR-V?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn; headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2005 Honda HR-V reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 95, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).